What does FTBL mean in FOOTBALL

Football is an organized team sport played by two teams of eleven players each who attempt to score points by crossing the opponent's goal line while carrying, throwing, or kicking a football ball. It is one of the most popular sports in the United States and is also popular around the world.

The basic rules of American football dictate that two teams compete on a field with four downs to move 10 yards downfield towards a goal. Scoring can be achieved through running and passing plays. Points are awarded for touchdowns, field goals and safeties which amongst other instances involve getting into or beyond the opponents end zone without being tackled/touched or touched by an opposing player before touching anything on the ground in their own endzone respectively.

A team wins at football by scoring more points than their opponent within four quarters (or overtime). Points can be scored through touchdowns, field goals, safety's and extra point attempts after touchdowns have been scored (1 point), as well as two-point conversions when attempted instead of extra point attempts after touchdowns have been scored (2 points). Scores range between 0 - 7 points per play (depending on if it was converted) up to 48 — 56 points per game depending on how many touchdown conversions were attempted.

The different positions in American football include quarterback, running back, wide receiver, tight end, offensive lineman, defensive lineman, linebacker and defensive back. Each position has specific roles within their team structure and offensive or defensive responsibilities in order to gain yardage or prevent yardage from being gained by their opponent(s). Specialists such as kickers or punters may also be included depending on team formation/strategy requirements.

In order to play American football you will need a regulation-size ball along with appropriate safety equipment such as helmet with face guard and shoulder pads for each player involved in contact activities such as blocking/tackling etc., cleats/boots(for greater grip on turf terrain) mouth guard(to protect teeth during contact) appropriate clothing(shorts/pants & t-shirt/jersey)and additional padding items according to personal preference (elbow pads etc.).